Rental Property Rules in Springfield, IL (2026)
1 verified rental property rules for Springfield, Illinois, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
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Repairs & Habitability
Springfield's Property Maintenance Code amendment requires owners to supply heat to occupied dwellings from October 15 through April 15. Sec. 170.10.03(j) rewrites IPMC Sections 602.3 and 602.4 so both residential units and indoor work spaces must be heated during that six-month window, enforced by the city's housing inspectors.
Springfield Rental Heat Requirement: Oct 15-Apr 15
Some RestrictionsSpringfield, IL Code of Ordinances Sec. 170.10.03(j) (Ord. No. 826-12-06, § 1(Exh. A), 12-19-06; Ord. No. 409-11-13, § 1(Exh. A), 11-19-13)
(j)The following are additions, insertions, and changes to the International Property Maintenance Code: Section 101.1 "Springfield" is the name of the jurisdiction. Section 303.2 This section applies to all existing swimming pools only if remodeling work is taking place. Section 304.14 Insect screens during the period from May 1 to October 15, inclusive. Section 602.3 Owner must supply heat dur...
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